Author: Audrey Stoddard

A collection of students’ writing was bound together for the fifth edition of the annual literary journal “Dazed Starling” at California Baptist University. The literary journal combines a collection of short stories, flash-fiction, creative non-fiction and various forms of poetry. CBU students began writing and editing the journal as early as January with Dr. Derek […]

Twitch, an online platform for watching and streaming videos, has recently gained popularity among rappers, charities and streamers as live streaming becomes increasingly popular. Founded in 2011, the streaming service has exponentially expanded, combining video and streaming content to become one of the most visited internet platforms in North America. Currently owned by Amazon, the […]

The popular 1990s sitcom “Sister, Sister” reboot was announced earlier this year joining other popular reboots such as “American Idol,” “Jersey Shore” and “Fuller House.” The original show ran from 1994-1999 and will star the original actresses, Tia and Tamara Mowry. Kenyce Lytle, junior psychology and sociology double major, said she was a fan of […]

Bruno Mars and Kendrick Lamar won big at the 60th annual Grammy Awards, which took place at Madison Square Garden Jan. 29. The show opened with a performance from Lamar, who was joined by U2 and Dave Chappel. The night’s other performers included Kesha, Mars and Cardi B, Childish Gambino, Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yanky, […]

Annual award show sheds light on new movement. The 75th annual Golden Globe Awards took place Jan. 7 and stood apart from previous years as the show acted as a platform for the new “Time’s Up” movement. “Time’s Up” began in response to Harvey Weinstein being accused of sexual assault last October and #MeToo trending […]

BORNS released his second studio album “Blue Madonna” Jan. 12. Garret Born is most recognizable for his hit single “Electric Love” from his first album released in 2015. “Blue Madonna” musically shows growth and pushed more boundaries vocally compared to his first album “Dopamine.” New track “God Save Our Young Blood” features Lana Del Rey […]

Cole Criske, freshman worship arts and ministry major at California Baptist University, is a singer-songwriter who competed on “The Voice” and is now part of the male chorale and worship collective choir. Criske currently is writing his own music and performing his songs whenever he gets the opportunity. “God inspires my music by being the […]

The University of California, Riverside’s California Museum of Photography is hosting an exhibit on contemporary Mexican photography. At first glance, the museum contains many eclectic pieces of art. However, taking a closer look can enhance the understanding of Latin American history. The “Mundos Alternos” exhibit is part of the Getty Initiative, Pacific Standard Time in […]

The movie “Wonder” (2017) starring Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson and Jacob Tremblay came to theaters Nov. 17. This family-friendly film is based on the novel written by R. J. Palacio in 2012. The heartwarming movie is about August Pullman or Auggie (Jacob Tremblay), a 10-year-old boy who was born with Treacher Collins syndrome. Treacher Collins […]

Netflix released the long awaited ”Stranger Things: Season 2” Oct. 27 with nine new episodes. The Netflix Original sequel was released 15 months after the first season, which immediately became popular among Netflix users. Alanna Saldana, junior nursing major, saw the premiere showing at the Fox Theater in Westwood. Cast members, including Natalia Dyer (Nancy […]

For the third time, Jarrod Olson is named conference Coach of the Year, with this one coming in @WACsports. CBU went 18-11, 11-5 in the WAC to take second place in the league after being projected to take seventh or eighth in the conference preseason polls.